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Kentwood’s best local businesses

The 30 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best
30 businesses listed26 added this month3 categories

● Updated Aug 15

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30 businesses across 3 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

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Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

  • Bagel Beanery

    Bakeries & Sweets

    Established daytime chain for espresso drinks, housemade bagels & cafe fare in a simple interior.

    5316 Clyde Park Ave SW Ste a (Wyoming) · bagelbeanery.com ↗

  • Panera Bread

    Bakeries & Sweets

    Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

    1669 SE Marketplace Dr (Dutton) · panerabread.com ↗

  • Celebration Cinema

    Entertainment

    Multi-cinema theater offers comfy stadium seating for new & recent popular releases.

    1506 Eastport Dr (Grand Rapids) · celebrationcinema.com ↗

  • Di's Hallmark Shop

    Shopping

    Retail chain specializing in greeting cards, gift wrap, ornaments & gifts for all occasions.

    Clocktower Shopping Center, 6139 Kalamazoo Ave SE (Grand Rapids) · stores.hallmark.com ↗

  • Goodwill Store

    Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

    Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.

    5487 Division Ave S (Grand Rapids) · goodwillgr.org ↗

  • New Life Thrift Store

    Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

    Clean, organized thrift store with two floors full of used clothing, toys, books and furniture, plus sales.

    4339 Division Ave S (Grand Rapids) · newlifethriftstore.org ↗

  • In The Image

    Services

    Volunteer-run spot supplying clothing, housewares & furniture to those in need, free of charge.

    4255 Kalamazoo Ave SE (Grand Rapids) · intheimage.org ↗

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